Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Buckinghamshire

Simply Education Ltd; Flackwell Heath; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Education is recruiting an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to work across secondary schools in Buckinghamshire. You will deliver pre-planned lessons, support students one-to-one or in small groups, and cover lessons when required.

We value reliable, enthusiastic candidates with strong classroom management and a genuine passion for helping young people. SEND experience is desirable, and you will be part of a supportive school-wide team.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience working as an HLTA.
• Ideally have experience within a secondary school environment.
• Have strong classroom management skills.
• Are confident delivering lessons and supporting learning.
• Can build positive relationships with students.
• Are reliable, professional and enthusiastic.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Can work effectively as part of a wider school team.
• SEND experience would also be highly desirable, particularly for candidates interested in supporting students with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Delivering pre-planned lessons and learning activities.
• Supporting students individually or in small groups.
• Covering lessons when required.
• Supporting students with their academic and personal development.
• Working alongside teachers and school leadership.
• Helping to maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Supporting students with different learning needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.

Skills

HLTA experience

Classroom management

Lesson delivery

Student support

Team collaboration

Positive engagement

SEND experience

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Buckinghamshire

Make a difference. Inspire students. Take the next step in your education career.

Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) looking for your next opportunity in a secondary school?

Simply Education is currently recruiting enthusiastic and experienced HLTAs to work across secondary schools we support throughout Buckinghamshire.

Whether you're looking for flexibility, a long-term opportunity or a permanent position, we have roles available to suit your experience and career goals.

The Role

As an HLTA, you will play an important role in supporting students and teaching staff across the school.

• Delivering pre-planned lessons and learning activities
• Supporting students individually or in small groups
• Covering lessons when required
• Supporting students with their academic and personal development
• Working alongside teachers and school leadership
• Helping to maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting students with different learning needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement

About You

• Have previous experience working as an HLTA
• Ideally have experience within a secondary school environment
• Have strong classroom management skills
• Are confident delivering lessons and supporting learning
• Can build positive relationships with students
• Are reliable, professional and enthusiastic
• Have a genuine passion for supporting young people
• Can work effectively as part of a wider school team
• SEND experience would also be highly desirable, particularly for candidates interested in supporting students with additional needs.

Flexible Opportunities

• Day-to-day roles - flexibility around your availability
• Long-term placements - consistency and the opportunity to become part of a school team
• Permanent roles - build your long-term career within education

Why Simply Education?

With over 25 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals, Simply Education has developed strong relationships with schools across Buckinghamshire.

We take the time to understand your experience, availability and career goals, helping you find the right role in the right school.

Location: Secondary schools across Buckinghamshire

Simply Education - connecting great education professionals with great schools for over 25 years.